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December Visitation Numbers for Natchez Trace Parkway are Released

TUPELO, MS: “During December 2016, the Natchez Trace Parkway experienced a slight decrease in the number of recreational visits from the 2015 figures,” stated Superintendent Mary Risser. “This year, 413,928 visitors used the Parkway during December 2016 compared to 415,610 who were counted in 2015.” Numbers for the entire year, however, continue to top last year’s numbers.”

Month

2016

2015

January

464,284

470,262

February

435,680

414,844

March

491,630

484,650

April

514,979

509,178

May

493,427

486,175

June

525,501

516,654

July

541,406

542,031

August

536,147

492,061

September

489,367

476,061

October

531,211

518,523

November

453,560

459,006

December

413,928

415,610

Year to Date

5,891,120

5,785,812

These numbers continue to put the Natchez Trace Parkway on track to be among the top ten most visited National Park Service sites. The Natchez Trace Parkway has numerous recreational activities to match any interest or experience level. Whether camping, motorcycling, hiking, biking, boating, fishing, or horseback riding there are countless opportunities to experience the history, culture, and natural resources of the area.

To find out more about upcoming programs and general information about the Natchez Trace Parkway, please visit our website at www.nps.gov/natr.

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